Add all of the ingredients for the peanut butter balls to a food processor.

Process until completely smooth and a thick dough forms. Note: you may need to stop your food processor a couple of times to scrape the sides to help it along.

If you don't own a food processor, you can use a large bowl or medium bowl to make these balls. The mixing process will require some elbow grease, but you can always add a little bit of almond milk to help mix the ingredients if need be.

Refrigerate the peanut butter mixture for 15 minutes before rolling into balls. Note: depending on the consistency of your ball mixture, you may need to refrigerate (or freeze) for longer. Results will vary depending on how oily your peanut butter is and how absorbent your protein powder is.

If desired, make the chocolate drizzle by transferring the chocolate chips and coconut oil (or butter) to a small bowl and microwave for 20 second intervals, stirring well in between, until melted, about 60 seconds total.

Drizzle or dip the balls in chocolate and sprinkle the wet chocolate with flaky sea salt if you'd like. Either serve immediately or transfer to a plate or parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate has set up.